Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

4. Tissues & Histology

Specialized Connective Tissue: Blood

Anatomy & Physiology

4. Tissues & Histology

Specialized Connective Tissue: Blood

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Multiple Choice

Why is blood considered a connective tissue?

Because it transports oxygen and nutrients throughout the body.

Because it is composed entirely of collagen fibers.

Because it consists of cells suspended in an extracellular matrix.

Because it forms a protective barrier against pathogens.

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Understand the definition of connective tissue: Connective tissue is one of the four basic types of tissue in the body, characterized by having cells embedded in an extracellular matrix.

Identify the components of blood: Blood consists of red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, and plasma.

Recognize the extracellular matrix in blood: The plasma in blood acts as the extracellular matrix, which is a fluid that suspends the cells.

Compare blood to other connective tissues: Like other connective tissues, blood has cells (e.g., red and white blood cells) that are suspended in an extracellular matrix (plasma), which is a key characteristic of connective tissues.

Conclude why blood is considered a connective tissue: Blood fits the criteria of connective tissue because it has cells suspended in an extracellular matrix, similar to other connective tissues like bone and cartilage.